Trans activist, journalist Monica Roberts dies at 58
The passing of Trans Activist and Journalist Monica Roberts is being mourned by Houston and the nation. She is remembered for her work advocating for the fair treatment of her Black trans sisters.
2 Arizona residents facing charges after fight at protest in support of BLM
Police in Sierra Vista say charges have been filed against two people after protests in support of the Black Lives Matter movement.
Protesters take to the streets in St. Paul over Chauvin release
Protesters took to the streets of St. Paul to protest the release of former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin after he posted bail on Wednesday.
No Pride Parade in Phoenix for 2020 amid ongoing COVID-19 pandemic
Phoenix Pride will not take place in 2020 amid the ongoing coronavirus pandemic that is affecting Arizona and other parts of the world.
Documents: Protester in downtown Phoenix had two loaded guns when arrested
Phoenix police said the group blocked major streets and intersections during a march for racial justice on Oct. 3.
1 in 4 young Asian Americans experienced anti-Asian hate amid COVID-19
A study conducted by the Stop Asian-American Pacific Islander Hate Youth Campaign found that 1 in 4 young Asian Americans have personally experienced anti-Asian hate during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Newest California Supreme Court justice nominee would be 1st openly gay man to hold post
Martin Jenkins would also be the third African American judge and the first openly gay justice to hold this seat, once the confirmation process is complete, which Newsom said he hoped would occur by next month.
Culture Conversations: Amplifying the voice of Dolores Huerta
In this episode, we speak to the Civil Rights icon, Dolores Huerta, about her lifelong journey of fighting for the rights of immigrant farmworkers and the impact the Black Lives Matter movement is having on our society.
California to study reparations for Black Americans
The law creates a nine-member task force to come up with proposals for how the state could provide reparations to Black Americans, what form those reparations might take and who would be eligible to receive them.
San Diego Loyal walks off pitch after Phoenix Rising player allegedly uses homophobic slur
The Loyal walked off the pitch in protest after they say a member of the Phoenix team directed a homophobic slur at one of its players.
9 charged after McCloskey confrontation won't be prosecuted
St. Louis prosecutors have declined to prosecute nine people charged with trespassing on the private property of a gun-wielding couple who pointed weapons at them during a confrontation.
Illinois college football coach leaves 'All Lives Matter' note, quits team
An Illinois State football coach abruptly quit the team Thursday, leaving a note on the door while exiting the facility.
Whataburger employee says wearing Black Lives Matter mask got her fired
A former Whataburger employee in Fort Worth, Texas, has filed a discrimination complaint against the company Wednesday after she says she was fired for wearing a Black Lives Matter Mask, according to a report by the Forth Worth Star-Telegram.
Lawyer says officer thought Blake was trying to kidnap child
Rusten Sheskey's lawyer said if Shesky had allowed Blake to leave and something happened to the child, “the question would have been ‘Why didn’t you do something?’”
Video shows deputy striking man with riot shield during Breonna Taylor protest in West Hollywood
Five of the six protesters arrested during a third night of protests in the name of Breonna Taylor -- the Black woman fatally shot by Louisville, Kentucky police in a botched drug raid in March -- have been cited and released, a sheriff's watch sergeant said Saturday.
First ever all-female crew makes history at Florida fire department
“It is beyond empowering to stand alongside these strong women."
Trump unveils 'Platinum Plan' for Black Americans at campaign event in Atlanta
President Donald Trump visited Atlanta on Friday for a campaign event and unveiled his plan to increase access to capital for Black Americans, the "Platinum Plan."
Breonna Taylor case: Family demands release of evidence
Taylor’s aunt read a statement on behalf of Palmer, saying the entire justice system failed her. A spokesperson for Cameron said prosecutors and grand jury members are bound by the facts.
White House ordered to have sign language at virus briefings
The White House and plaintiffs have “largely agreed on all terms" to resolve the matter, according to the order.
Cream of Wheat removing Black chef from packaging following branding review announced in June
Cream of Wheat is ditching the Black chef from its packaging as food companies reconsider marketing imagery that appears to rely on racial stereotypes.